1962 DKW Junior vs. 1996 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1996 Skoda Octavia is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 DKW Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 DKW Junior would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Skoda Octavia (125 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 565 kg more than 1962 DKW Junior. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Skoda Octavia (169 Nm @ 3530 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DKW Junior | 1996 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | DKW | Skoda |
| Model | Junior | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 739 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3530 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2520 mm |
